During recent years, focus has been on the last mile, delivering packages to consumers on time. Adapting, or automating a single part of the goods in/goods out process can increase productivity. The key is optimising the right part.
Unloading containers, swap bodies or trailers takes time and energy. Caljan Telescopic Conveyors, configured to suit your exact needs, make the task easier. Ergonomic working conditions means the pace can be maintained throughout the shift, so the process becomes more efficient. Recruiting to the job becomes easier too.
If you want to optimise throughput, automatic unloading is the way forward. Swap bodies filled to the brim can be unloaded by Caljan AutoUnloader in just 30 minutes. only one person is required to supervise multiple stations.
ID labels applied during unloading saves on space. Integrating Caljan Print & Apply with the Telescopic Conveyor means the SKU number or barcode can be printed and placed on each item travelling along the conveyor belt into the warehouse/fulfilment centre. Whether placed on top of the package, on the leading edge or even across the corner, legibility is excellent, even when the package is soft.
No pre-sorting required as documents are inserted automatically inserted into, on top of — or below the item. This could be an invoice or a delivery note placed in a pouch and attached after packing. It is even possible to insert pre-printed leaflets to support your on-line campaigns.
Carrier-specific shipping labels are printed and applied to packages of any shape and size when they are ready for despatch. Caljan Print & Apply systems use an advanced algorithm to determine the most cost-effective carrier for each item. The label is placed at accurate x, y, z coordinates, even when the item is placed randomly on the conveyor belt.
Load trucks automatically to save on labour. A single person can supervise multiple Caljan AutoLoader units as they tirelessly fill trailers with packages, polybags etc. The fill factor exceeds 80%, as packages are gently positioned in the next available space. Short delivery times are easy to meet, as loading time becomes predictable.
Optimise routing by automating the process. This may be a question of handling higher volumes within the same footprint, or reducing the time it takes to distribute the cargo. To give you the right result, we explore all angles until we understand why you want to change. Then we suggest a routing solution that meets current challenges and those that may come in the future. Your routing solution is engineered, tested and delivered to seamlessly dovetail with existing equipment.
When you want to optimise your goods in and goods out process, the ideal partner is a specialist who is large enough to manage the whole project from exploration to installation — and small enough to focus on your specific requirements, without enormous overhead costs. Based in Milton Keynes, Caljan Limited fits the profile. For more than half a century, Caljan has helped parcel carriers, retailers and manufacturers around the world handle loose-loaded cargo efficiently.
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